Artisan Spotlight: Christi Friesen

Christi Friesen polymer clay

We at Nunn Design® are crazy about Christi Friesen.  She is funny, funny, funny (and then funny some more!).  We are thrilled to be sponsoring several of her upcoming classes at the June 2012 Bead and Button Show in Milwaukie, WI.

Christi works in mixed media combining polymer clay, glass, acrylic, found objects, gemstones, semi-precious stones, glass beads, pearls, precious metals, and pigments to craft her unique sculptures and art jewelry.

Christi Friesen Polymer clay bezels

She is an artist simply because she “must be.” Her self-pronounced goal is to amuse herself, and if others are also amused, so much the better. All her pieces are one-of-a-kind and although she may make pieces that are similar in theme or subject, no two will ever be alike. Where would the fun be in that?

Christi Friesen’s work is available at galleries and juried fine craft shows. She is also a contributor to magazines and books. More of her pieces can also be found on her website: www.CFOriginals.com.

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May 17 2012 in Artisan Spotlight

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Featuring New Bead Caps from Nunn Design®

Bead Caps are part of the new 2012 Summer Collection.  But a Bead Cap is not the only thing that they can be.  Add a little Crystal Clay between the Bead Caps and Voila! – You have a uniquely classic bead.

Necklace with new beadcaps

Bracelet with Nunn Design beadcaps

Earrings with Nunn Design beadcaps

Bracelet with Beadcaps by Rebecca Nunn

 

Watch as Nunn Design founder, Rebecca Nunn
presents these little bead cap beauties:
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May 15 2012 in Uncategorized

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Making a Difference

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For as many times as I have watched this video, it always seems to speak to me.  It reminds me to remember that what I do in the world DOES MATTER.  Whether it is taking the time to parent in a loving way or to helping someone learn a new technique – it all makes a difference.

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May 14 2012 in Around the Office + Uncategorized

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Artisan Spotlight: Clarissa Callesen

Clarissa Callesen

I have several pieces of Clarrissa Callesen’s work that I had purchased at Artfest, here in Port Townsend. I love-love-love her funky flair and aesthetics!

Clarissa Callesen is a former Rodeo Princess that left behind her cowboy boots and tiara for the wild adventure of life as an artist. She has been fortunate to work all of her adult life as a self-employed artist. During which time she explored many different artistic roles including tattoo artist, gallery owner, production potter, and currently as an assemblage artist and teacher.
She exhibits throughout the Pacific Northwest at art festivals and selected galleries. She has been published in Linda and Opie O’Brien’s book, Who’s Your DADA? Clarissa has also written several articles for Art Doll Quarterly, and has been published multiple times in Somerset Studio.

Please visit Clarissa at:

http://clarissacallesen.blogspot.com/
http://www.etsy.com/shop/ClarissaCallesen

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May 10 2012 in Artisan Spotlight

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Featuring New Nunn Design®
Ornate Pendants

New to the 2012 Summer Collection are Ornate Pendants.  These gorgeous pieces are available in 5 shapes and 4 different plates.  Whether using Crystal Clay™, Gel du Soleil or Nunn Design Resin, these deep resin bezels will showcase any jewelry design, beautifully.

Let us inspire and nurture your creativity with a few projects from our 2012 Summer Collection of Ornate Pendants.





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May 08 2012 in New

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Take a Sneak Peak at the Nunn Design® Summer Release!

Nunn Design has been up to WAY TOO MUCH FUN!  Come behind the scenes and sneak a peek at what will be landing in stores this June.  We are offering our wholesale customers the opportunity to purchase in advance our New 2012 Summer Collection. Inventory will be shipping in 4-6 weeks.  Wholesale customers can log into our store at:  http://nunndesign.com/store/index.html

Ladies and Gentlemen, we present to you…

BANGLE BRACELETS:
Quality and our consistency of quality are the golden rules at Nunn Design.  This new line of bangle bracelets follows these golden rules.  Nunn Design is offering 3 different styles of brass bangle bracelets in the plates that you have come to know them for; Antique Copper, Antique Gold, Antique Silver and Sterling Silver.  Dangle on charms, wire wrap or enjoy the jingle that bangle bracelets create.

Bangle Bracelets

BEAD CAPS:
Producing products that are versatile is something that Nunn Design does with pride…and this bead cap release takes the cake.  Use a bit of Crystal Clay™ in between two bead caps and voila!  You have yourself a custom made bead.  Mix plating, add in crystal in between the bead cap, the possibilities are oh so much fun!

Nunn Design Beadcap example

ORNATE PENDANT COLLECTION:
Can you get more classic than this?  Well, yes you could, but not in the Nunn Design Uniquely Classic style!  Available in 5 different sizes, 4 different plates.  Oh, have we mentioned the beauty of the backside?  It’s all in the detail!  Add resin, a glass dome, found treasures or Crystal Clay to create a one of a kind focal piece for bracelets, earring and necklaces.

Nunn Design Ornate Pendants

ORNATE ADJUSTABLE RING COLLECTION:
Ring in the summer with a flashy new bauble…a fabulous ring that you have created!  The Uniquely Classic Style you have grown to know Nunn Design for can be dressed up for a night on the town or dressed down for that neighborhood barbeque.  Ornate Rings are available in 4 sizes and three different plates.  Casted lead-free pewter is soldered onto an adjustable brass ring shank, making this ring just the right size for everyone! The creative options are endless!

Nunn Design Ornate Bezel Rings

Did we lie to you? Do you want to see more?

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Please, tell us what you think?  Which items from our 2012 Summer Collection are you most excited to play with?

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May 01 2012 in Trend Watch

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Winter Collection Winner!

 

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Apr 30 2012 in Giveaways

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Classes at Bead & Button

This year Nunn Design® is sponsoring several classes featuring great artists. Have you registered for your Bead & Button classes yet?  If so, which ones are you taking?

Artist:  Betsy Youngquist
Beads On Beads  The Embellished Tube
•  Class B121535
•  Class B121121
The Embedded Heart Pendant
•  Class B121392

Artist:  Christi Friesen
Captured Oceans
•  Class B122197

Artist:  Lynne Ann Schwarzenberg
Romantic Roses Floral Pendant
•  Class B122149
Bling Flower Pendant
•  B122145

We hope to see you there!

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Apr 30 2012 in Around the Office

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Meet Momma Mosaics!

In 2006, Charity Stewart, of Momma Mosaics, decided to follow her heart and take the leap from the corporate world into doing what she loves most – spending time with her two daughters and pursuing her passion for glass art.  She is largely self-taught and has been working in glass mosaics for the past 10 years.  She now works from her home studio in Portland, Oregon and enjoys every minute of it.

“When I create, I feel joy. My hope is to share this joy with you through my work, and to bring just a touch of color and whimsy to your day. “

Charity’s original line of mosaic jewelry is handcrafted with genuine Murano Millefiori and recycled glass.  Millefiori is Italian for “a thousand flowers”, and is an ancient technique where glass rods are fused together then sliced to reveal beautiful flower-like patterns. Stained glass remnants from her larger mosaic artworks are often incorporated into the miniature mosaic designs.  To see more of Charity’s beautiful jewelry, click here to enjoy.

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Apr 26 2012 in Artisan Spotlight

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Winter Collection Giveaway

***Contest Closed***

Nunn Design® is so excited about our Winter 2012 Collection that we just have to share! There are so many options with our new collection!

We will be sending 1 lucky reader all the product and findings you see above (52 fantastic findings)!  Like us on Facebook and then comment on this blog post to be eligible to win. This contest ends at 11:59PM on April 29th with winners to be announced on April 30th.   You’ll want to win this one.  This new product is so awesome to play with – it will compel you to create!

 

The Winter Collection Giveaway consist of one piece each of the following item.  We told you it was good!

Cp-gb  Channel Pendant-Gold Bulk

Cp-sb  Channel Pendant-Silver Bulk

Cp-cb  Channel Pendant-Copper Bulk

Cp-ssb  Channel Pendant-Sterling Silver Bulk

Cbl-gb  Channel Bead Large-Gold Bulk

Cbl-sb  Channel Bead Large -Silver Bulk

Cbl-cb  Channel Bead Large -Copper Bulk

Cbl-ssb  Channel Bead Large -Sterling Silver Bulk

Cbm-gb  Channel Bead Medium -Gold Bulk

Cbm-sb  Channel Bead Medium -Silver Bulk

Cbm-cb  Channel Bead Medium -Copper Bulk

Cbm-ssb  Channel Bead Medium -Sterling Silver Bulk

Cbs-gb  Channel Bead Small -Gold Bulk

Cbs-sb  Channel Bead Small -Silver Bulk

Cbs-cb  Channel Bead Small -Copper Bulk

Cbs-ssb  Channel Bead Small -Sterling Silver Bulk

Csbfcb-Collage Sheet Butterflies-Channel Beads

Csbcb-  Collage Sheet Birds-Channel Beads

Csacb-  Collage Sheet Angels-Channel Beads

Csmcb-  Collage Sheet Madonna-Channel Beads

ompc-gb  Ornate Mini Pendant Circle-Gold Bulk

ompc-sb  Ornate Mini Pendant Circle-Silver Bulk

ompc-cb  Ornate Mini Pendant Circle-Copper Bulk

ompc-ssb  Ornate Mini Pendant Circle-Sterling Bulk

ompcs-gb  Ornate Mini Pendant Circle Single-Gold Bulk

ompcs-sb  Ornate Mini Pendant Circle Single -Silver Bulk

ompcs-cb  Ornate Mini Pendant Circle Single -Copper Bulk

ompcs-ssb  Ornate Mini Pendant Circle Single -Sterling Bulk

ompo-gb  Ornate Mini Pendant Oval-Gold Bulk

ompo-sb  Ornate Mini Pendant Oval-Silver Bulk

ompo-cb  Ornate Mini Pendant Oval-Copper Bulk

ompo-ssb  Ornate Mini Pendant Oval-Sterling Bulk

ompos-gb  Ornate Mini Pendant Oval Single-Gold Bulk

ompos-sb  Ornate Mini Pendant Oval Single -Silver Bulk

ompos-cb  Ornate Mini Pendant Oval Single -Copper Bulk

ompos-ssb  Ornate Mini Pendant Oval Single -Sterling Bulk

ompr-gb  Ornate Mini Pendant Rectangle-Gold Bulk

ompr-sb  Ornate Mini Pendant Rectangle -Silver Bulk

ompr-cb  Ornate Mini Pendant Rectangle -Copper Bulk

ompr-ssb  Ornate Mini Pendant Rectangle -Sterling Bulk

omprs-gb  Ornate Mini Pendant Rectangle Single-Gold Bulk

omprs-sb  Ornate Mini Pendant Rectangle Single -Silver Bulk

omprs-cb  Ornate Mini Pendant Rectangle Single -Copper Bulk

omprs-ssb  Ornate Mini Pendant Rectangle Single -Sterling Bulk

omps-gb  Ornate Mini Pendant Square-Gold Bulk

omps-sb  Ornate Mini Pendant Square -Silver Bulk

omps-cb  Ornate Mini Pendant Square -Copper Bulk

omps-ssb  Ornate Mini Pendant Square -Sterling Bulk

ompss-gb  Ornate Mini Pendant Square Single-Gold Bulk

ompss-sb  Ornate Mini Pendant Square Single -Silver Bulk

ompss-cb  Ornate Mini Pendant Square Single -Copper Bulk

ompss-ssb  Ornate Mini Pendant Square Single -Sterling Bulk

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Apr 24 2012 in Giveaways

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